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Afenyo-Markin referred to Privileges Committee over security recruitment claims
Posted on with No CommentThe Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, is to face Parliament’s Committee on Privileges and Immunities after the Interior Minister formally challenged him to substantiate allegations that the ongoing recruitment into the security services is unlawful and exploitative. The development followed an … Read more →
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Haruna advocates more boarding for rural SHSs
Posted on | CommentHaruna Iddrisu, the Education Minister-designate, has stressed the need for increasing boarding facilities for rural Senior High Schools (SHSs) as a crucial step in improving access to quality education for students in deprived areas. Speaking during his vetting before Parliament’s … Read more →
Men should thank their wives for sex – Rev Eastwood Anaba
Posted on | CommentReverend Joseph Eastwood Anaba, Founder and President of Eastwood Anaba Ministries, has made a thought-provoking case for why men should express gratitude to their wives after sex. Speaking during a teaching session which has been widely circulated on social media, … Read more →
TikTok announces service restoration in US following Trump’s intervention
Posted on | CommentTikTok has announced that it is in the process of restoring its services in collaboration with its service providers. The company expressed gratitude to former U.S. President Donald Trump for offering clarity and assurances to its service providers, ensuring they … Read more →
Military clarifies AngloGold Ashanti mine deaths
Posted on | CommentThe Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has confirmed the death of seven persons and injury of another after some illegal miners intruded on the Anglo Gold Ashanti mines at Obuasi in the Ashanti Region Saturday night. The military said about 60 … Read more →
Crystal Chapter of Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship get new executives
Posted on | CommentThe Crystal Chapter of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International (FGBMFI) has inaugurated its new executive council to lead the chapter for the coming term. The induction ceremony took place on Thursday, January 16, 2025, during the chapter’s meeting … Read more →
Trump illegal migrant arrests to start on day one
Posted on | CommentRaids to detain and deport migrants living in the US without permission are set to begin on the first full day of President-elect Donald Trump’s new administration, sources have told the BBC’s US partner CBS. It is unclear where the … Read more →
Mahama’s private jet use didn’t cost taxpayers a dime – Presidency
Posted on | CommentThe Acting Spokesperson to President John Mahama has defended the President’s use of a private jet owned by his brother, Ibrahim Mahama, for official trips to Senegal and The Gambia. Addressing public concerns, Felix Kwakye Ofosu explained that the private … Read more →
Don’t let us down – Asanteman to Prez. Mahama
Posted on | CommentThe Asanteman has urged President John Mahama to prioritise ongoing and future development projects in the Ashanti Region. This was made known during the President’s visit to the first Akwasidae Festival of the year in Kumasi. Speaking on behalf of … Read more →
Hypertension, diabetes, alcohol consumption among silent killer diseases in Ghana – Report
Posted on | CommentA study conducted by Rivia, a network of tech-driven primary care clinics, from data collected in 2024, has indicated that Ghana is experiencing a rise in “silent” killer diseases. According to the report, these illnesses, which develop insidiously, are taking … Read more →
Here are the over 10 categories of officials and persons who must return their diplomatic and service passports
Posted on | CommentThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has recalled diplomatic and service passports issued to individuals no longer eligible to hold them. This directive affects over ten categories of officials, including former government appointees, Members of Parliament, and public … Read more →
“We’re not Investigators, just validators” – Domelevo on ORAL’s role
Posted on | CommentDaniel Yao Domelevo, a member of the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) Committee, has explained that ORAL’s primary mission is to validate the information and claims of corruption it receives, rather than conduct investigations. “Our work is essentially a validation … Read more →
We can raise revenue without increasing taxes – Ato Forson
Posted on | CommentDr Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister-designate, has outlined his vision to raise revenue without resorting to tax increases, emphasising a focus on improving compliance. Appearing before the Appointments Committee of Parliament, Dr Forson pledged to collaborate with the Ghana … Read more →
Energy Minister-designate sets 6-months for ECG private sector involvement framework
Posted on | CommentEnergy Minister-designate John Abdulai Jinapor has outlined a six-month timeline to establish a comprehensive framework for private sector participation in the operations of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). This initiative, he said, aims to enhance efficiency and improve power … Read more →
LA fires death toll rises to 24 as high winds expected
Posted on | CommentWeather forecasters in California are warning fierce winds which fuelled the infernos around Los Angeles (LA) are expected to pick up again this week, as fire crews on the ground race to make progress controlling three wildfires. Officials warned that … Read more →
US returns $50m in alleged stolen funds to Nigeria
Posted on | CommentClose to $53m (£43m) in alleged illicit funds recovered from Nigeria’s former oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke among others will be used to fund public services, the country’s justice ministry says. The US alleged that the money was then used to … Read more →
Akufo-Addo’s statue at Effia Nkwanta completely vandalised (PHOTOS)
Posted on | CommentThe statue of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, placed at the Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital roundabout in Sekondi, Western Region, has been completely vandalised. This marks the second instance of damage to the monument, which was unveiled to honour … Read more →
University of Ghana releases first batch of admissions for 2024/2025 academic year
Posted on | CommentThe University of Ghana has started releasing admission decisions for the 2024/2025 academic year. The first batch of admissions is now available online, allowing applicants to check their status through the university’s admissions portal (https://apply.ug.edu.gh/admissions/undergrad/login). Applicants who have been offered … Read more →
Prez. Mahama directs immediate distribution of stored food to alleviate SHS shortages
Posted on | CommentPresident John Mahama has taken a decisive action to address the escalating food shortages in Senior High Schools (SHS) across the country. During a National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service held in Accra on Sunday, January 12, 2025, he acknowledged the … Read more →
Techiman Central Market engulfed in flames
Posted on | CommentFire has broken out at the Techiman Central Market in the Bono East Region. According to eyewitness’ report that the blaze has consumed numerous shops, causing extensive damage to goods and properties. Emergency services are on-site, striving to control the … Read more →
Prez. Mahama reduces Ministries to 23 in Civil Service restructuring
Posted on | CommentPresident John Dramani Mahama has announced a reduction in the number of government ministries, cutting them from 29 to 23, as part of an administrative restructuring initiative aimed at enhancing efficiency and streamlining government operations. The re-organisation was formalised through … Read more →
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